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The Red Arrows


The Red Arrows
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Copyright: Harry Eggens (Proframe) Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 67 W: 24 N: 122] (619)
Genre: People
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2003-06-21
Categories: Event
Camera: Nikon F5, AF VR Zoom Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8D G-AFS, Fuji Provia 100F, Nikon L37C
Exposure: f/5.0, 1/1000 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Airshows [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2007-07-14 7:47
Viewed: 984
Favorites: 2 [view]
Points: 46
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Big Battle Formation performed by the great pilots of the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team "The Red Arrows" with their at that time squadron leader Carl "Spike" Jebson during an airshow at the Twenthe Dutch Air Force Base.

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From www.raf.mod.uk/reds



The Red Arrows are renowned throughout the world as ambassadors for both the Royal Air Force and the United Kingdom. Since the Team was officially formed in 1965, the Red Arrows have completed over 4,000 displays in 52 countries.

The success of the Red Arrows is dependent not just on nine display pilots, but on a 100-strong team of dedicated and motivated personnel. They are all ordinary people doing an extraordinary job. The Red Arrows’ reputation is built on each team member’s commitment and professionalism, combined with Royal Air Force skills, training and equipment.

Today, some 40% of the Royal Air Force’s assets and 5,000 of its 41,000 personnel are currently serving overseas on operations around the world. The Royal Air Force’s efforts are at the forefront of defending the UK’s interests and of strengthening international peace and security.

Many of the Red Arrows’ pilots and support staff have recently returned from Afghanistan and Iraq and many will be temporarily detached on operations overseas during their time with the Red Arrows. As soon as they leave the Team, all will return to duties which directly support the Royal Air Force’s operational commitments around the world.

We are proud to represent the values and professionalism of the Royal Air Force. In common with our Royal Air Force colleagues, we are working hard to provide a unique, powerful and vital contribution to Defence and the UK.

Kindest regards and have a nice weekend,
Harry
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  • Great 
  • eev Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Workshop Editor/Silver Note Writer [C: 132 W: 58 N: 44] (1213)
  • [2007-07-14 7:52]

Hi Harry,

Quite a nice shot there.. Very well framed with a great view of the smoke trail.

Hola Harry.
Una fantástica presentación, muy equilibrada con unos colores muy bien definidos.
Perfecto disparo amigo.
Un saludo, JL.

  • Great 
  • Texan Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor [C: 522 W: 49 N: 1] (22)
  • [2007-07-14 7:55]

IN this case the distance works it covers the well defined smoke trail of the manuver and reveals the defined shape the formation being held with a great degree of skill. The colors of the sky and cloud work!

Hoi Harry,
Toen ik de thumbnail zag in de galery, dacht ik dat het een bewerkte foto was, en dat die toestellen pijltjes waren.
Je hebt het er erg mooi opgezet, met de rook keurig in beeld, zodat je precies kunt zien hoe ze gevlogen hebben. Goed werk.
groeten,
Joop!

  • Great 
  • rio Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 134 W: 4 N: 64] (940)
  • [2007-07-14 9:16]

hi harry,
this is cool. you have captured the red arrows perfectly. the timing is great. well done!

rio

  • Great 
  • noble (101)
  • [2007-07-14 9:25]

nice shot perfect timing.....

fantastic and simple composition, for all the main part of the image is very small here, it's still a very strong image! Nice work!

  • Great 
  • korbee Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1368 W: 0 N: 1667] (13527)
  • [2007-07-14 9:55]

Dit getuigd weer eens van een professionele aanpak Harry.
jan

  • Great 
  • timtim Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1057 W: 106 N: 560] (9574)
  • [2007-07-14 17:45]

Great comp nice pic

Hoi Harry,
Kinda competition? Superb capture of the Red Arrows against the white clouds and the white smaoke against the blue sky! Superb composition and as always; razor sharp!
TFS
Hans

:) Later.....

Hi Harry :o)
Perfect timing ! Impressive capture. So great and sharp and lovely framed ! Congratulations ! The sky is wonderful as the curves, great !
Have a nice sunday
Marylou

  • Great 
  • NecipP Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor [C: 669 W: 16 N: 404] (4722)
  • [2007-07-15 10:17]

Hello Harry great composition masterfully done with superb technicals. well done tfs rgds Necip.

  • Great 
  • hester Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1320 W: 31 N: 1634] (9994)
  • [2007-07-15 10:36]

Another cracking shot Harry. Perfect timing to get this composition. Perfect exposure

TFS

Karan

Amazing capture. Great timing and composition. Truly fantastic work.

Anjhello Scoring System:
DOF - 3 POV - 3 CREATIVITY - 3 COMPOSITION - 3
LIGHTING - 3 SHARPNESS - 3 COLORS - 3

Average: 3.00

Range:
1 point: Average < 1.99
2 points: Average > 2.00

Scoring System:
1 Good 2 Better 3 Best

tfs!

Hello Harry,

It is a absolutely stunning shot, full of "aerial" composition and lovely colors.
Well done!

Malik & Mary.

Hi Harry,
Wonderful capture of this amazing performance! Lovely colors, great compo.
TFS
Regards,
Lurdes

Hi Harry!
Fantastic picture mad in the right moment,with great colors and a brilliant scene!Nice frame nd good pov.Tfs,
Jonas

  • Great 
  • EOSF1 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1493 W: 126 N: 2163] (19716)
  • [2007-07-17 5:54]

Hi Harry ! What a great shot ! Perfectly composed, taken at the very right moment, pin sharp and great exposure ! Wow, thanks !

Mario

  • Great 
  • Saba Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 539 W: 0 N: 1497] (8825)
  • [2007-07-17 12:17]

Witaj Harry! Piekne, oryginalne zdjecie, a jakie ujecie i koloryt. Bardzo mi sie podoba! Gratulacje i pozdrowienia. Barbara /Polish/.

Bonjour Harry,
Excellent catch! wow! great shot, you have taken a supers picture of aviation, and excellent POV. and colors in a beautiful sky. well done.
Michel

Very clever to catch all of the curve :-)
Looks spectacular.

  •      
  • pdp Gold Star Critiquer [C: 110 W: 39 N: 123] (538)
  • [2007-07-24 4:45]

Hello Harry,

This is a great composition, excellent use of space. Excellent colours. I think you did a great job! Well done.

hello Harry,
This is some shot!
Fantastic composition and stunning timing. Such a dynamic quality .Pin sharp.
I am impressed.
have a good weekend,
Joni

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